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Foxtel revolutionises streaming with Amdocs Subscription Marketplace
Digital Entertainment

Foxtel revolutionises streaming with Amdocs Subscription Marketplace

Foxtel Group transforms its streaming service, integrating Amdocs Subscription Marketplace into Hubbl, offering streamlined OTT and digital content in Australia.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
Yahoo enhances satellite sales team with Hayley Treasure hire
Digital Transformation

Yahoo enhances satellite sales team with Hayley Treasure hire

Yahoo has appointed industry veteran Hayley Treasure to its satellite sales team to bolster digital transformation among New South Wales' independent agencies.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
MSI launches EV Premium smart charger for electric vehicles
Cartech

MSI launches EV Premium smart charger for electric vehicles

MSI, renowned for gaming tech, debuts its first smart AC EV charger, EV Premium, in Australia, expanding into sustainable energy with high-quality, certified components.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
KPMG Australia shortlisted for 2024 Microsoft global awards
Customer Experience

KPMG Australia shortlisted for 2024 Microsoft global awards

KPMG Australia has been shortlisted in two categories for the 2024 Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards, celebrating its innovation in AI and nonprofit services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
SAS & The Kids Cancer Project extend research partnership
EduTech

SAS & The Kids Cancer Project extend research partnership

SAS and The Kids Cancer Project have extended their partnership for three years, aiming to advance childhood cancer research in Australia through enhanced analytics.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
AI boosts efficiency for 67% of Australian workers
Human Capital Management

AI boosts efficiency for 67% of Australian workers

Australian workers are embracing AI, with 67% using it weekly and saving at least three hours, finds Freshworks 2024 Global AI Workplace report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Ultimate Ears unveils EVERBOOM & updates speaker lineup
Digital Entertainment

Ultimate Ears unveils EVERBOOM & updates speaker lineup

Ultimate Ears has launched its rugged new speaker, EVERBOOM, and revealed updates to its popular speaker range, reflecting a commitment to sustainability.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
SafeWatch app revolutionises support for mental health workers
Blockchain

SafeWatch app revolutionises support for mental health workers

As Australia's mental health crisis worsens, new app SafeWatch empowers therapists with tools for self-care and community support, aiding in their wellbeing.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
Data streaming essential for 94% of Australian IT leaders
Generative AI

Data streaming essential for 94% of Australian IT leaders

A Confluent report finds 94% of Australian IT leaders view data streaming platforms as essential, with many seeing ROI benefits and future importance in AI and ML applications.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024

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APAC software market set to grow by more than 10% in 2024
Customer Experience

APAC software market set to grow by more than 10% in 2024

The APAC software industry is projected to grow by 10.3% in 2024, with major investments in cloud, security, and IT finance management, says Forrester.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
NTT DATA appoints David McKeering as CEO for ANZ operations
Digital Transformation

NTT DATA appoints David McKeering as CEO for ANZ operations

NTT DATA has appointed David McKeering as CEO for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost regional growth after a merger valued at over USD $30 billion.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
ANZ employees most likely to fall for phishing, report reveals
Malware

ANZ employees most likely to fall for phishing, report reveals

A KnowBe4 report reveals that over a third of ANZ employees are likely to fall for phishing scams, surpassing rates in North America and South America.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
AI adoption drives energy use surge in Australia & New Zealand
Storage

AI adoption drives energy use surge in Australia & New Zealand

A report warns of a surge in energy consumption from AI adoption in Australia and New Zealand, with IT managers largely unaware of the environmental impact.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Exclusive: Smartsheet's VP talks all things AI and expansion
Generative AI

Exclusive: Smartsheet's VP talks all things AI and expansion

Smartsheet's VP for APJ, Nigel Mendonca, has revealed the company's AI innovations and expansion strategies, bridging global work management gaps.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Exclusive: DataStax thrives with AI-driven customer success
Customer Experience

Exclusive: DataStax thrives with AI-driven customer success

DataStax's Warren Schilpzand has discussed leveraging AI for customer success, highlighting projects with Priceline, Macquarie Bank, and APAC market growth.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
Ingram Micro launches AI readiness service for SMBs in ANZ
Artificial Intelligence

Ingram Micro launches AI readiness service for SMBs in ANZ

Ingram Micro has introduced an AI readiness service for SMBs in Australia and New Zealand, offering tools, workshops, and support to enhance Microsoft 365 AI capabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
Seagate appoints Futoshi Niizuma as Asia-Pacific VP
Customers

Seagate appoints Futoshi Niizuma as Asia-Pacific VP

Seagate Technology names Futoshi Niizuma as vice president for Asia-Pacific and Japan, aiming to bolster regional sales and technical support under his leadership.

By Imee Dequito • 1 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024

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